No salary listed — similar Physical Therapist roles pay ~$92k (median of 26 jobs)
6.4/10 work-life score · Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 19,850 active roles in this specialty
Physical Therapist-NE
About the Role
Per diem Physical Therapist at WVU Medicine in Keyser, WV. Hospital-based, flexible schedule.
Join WVU Medicine as a Physical Therapist – NE in Keyser, West Virginia. Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us!
Benefits & Compensation
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- No call required.
This position offers no call requirements. Work with WVU Medicine in Keyser, West Virginia.
Key Responsibilities
The physical therapist provides comprehensive patient care, including assessment, rehabilitation interventions, and evaluation within an interdisciplinary team. They are also responsible for supervising physical therapy assistants, students, and volunteers while ensuring accurate billing for services rendered.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current or temporary Physical Therapist license in the state of practice and obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire. The role requires the ability to perform heavy physical work, including lifting and moving equipment or patients weighing over 40 pounds.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapy — Physical Therapist Career Context
In West Virginia, Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$95k across 55 listings, vs ~$91k nationally (19,259 listings).
West Virginia's cost-of-living index is 87.0 (US average = 100) — West Virginia ranks #11 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 62.5% of West Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist-NE at WVU Medicine a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 19,850 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.4/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist roles. No call coverage keeps hours predictable.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
Benefits analysis: Compared to 26 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...
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